My Rants and Raves

For Our Maddie

2012-02-07T13:23:00.003+08:00

We waited four long years to have you and no words can describe how much joy we felt when we finally met you.

From the day you joined us, you have filled our home with so much love and happiness. You are truly our answered prayer, God's gift to daddy and mommy.

As early as now, we can already see such a vibrant personality in you. We just hope that you get mommy's personality and daddy's strong mind and will. The rest, you will develop on your own.

Daddy and mommy are looking forward to seeing your antics, your smiles because you know you can get away with anything. You know you can charm anyone with your smile.

Mommy can't wait for you to start walking, we'll surely have lots of fun together!

Words can't express how much we love you.

You are beyond perfection, even if God asks us what we want for a baby, we can't come up with someone as perfect as you.

You are and always will be daddy's and mommy's baby.

We Are Back! For Good!

2011-12-09T13:42:00.004+08:00

We moved back to Manila November 9th and I still haven't finished unpacking our boxes yet. And there are still more to come!

It was mixed emotions for me when we moved back.

As much as I love our lives here in Manila with our family and friends, I've also spent the last three years in Dubai with our friends there. Yes, it was not easy.

Physically, it was a nightmare - I had to pack the last three years of our lives in boxes and luggages - a total of 20 and nine respectively.

We also had to sell all our furniture, appliances and stuffs we don't need to bring back anymore.

At about the same time we were busy packing and sorting out our stuffs, Maddie fell sick.

Told ya, it was short of a nightmare. The last month was a blur!

Add to the list the engagement of my brother, a wedding in Macau and a family trip in Hong Kong. As well as, spring cleaning my closet.

The last bit was therapeutic! Since I have two sets of wardrobe - here and Dubai, I've accumulated tons of clothes and I probably haven't worn more than half of them in the last three years.

So what I did was, squinted my eyes (I can't just get rid of all my clothes blindly :p) and dumped everything in our tub. And soon as I've emptied them out, it was full once again!

I want to have out bathroom and "balcony" in our room renovated, hopefully soon.

Maddie's been loving all the attention she's getting from everyone. If it's even possible, she's so much more amazing and lovelier now. :p

Oh, I'm also back to work mode. I've been cruising for the last three years and getting back to work is not easy - mostly because I've been with Maddie pretty much everyday since she was born and now I only get to see her in the morning and when I get home. :( This alone is a huge adjustment for me.

8th Month! For Real!

2011-10-04T03:13:00.002+08:00

Yes, our baby girl is already eight months!

At this rate, she'll be already seven years old by tomorrow! Hehe!

I hope that I will never miss a single milestone in her life, whether it's rolling on her tummy, walking, going to school, graduation, dating, etc.

I never thought I'd be a stay at home mom, but somehow I'm glad that I am (at least for the time being) because that means I get to spend almost the entire 24 hours with her.

She's such a character and yes, as early as now, she's showing strong personalities.

By eight month, she now:
1. Has said: Dada, Mama, Papa, Tata, Yaya, Baba. Aba;
2. Learned: High Five, Shake Hands, Close Open, Wave and Clap (if she's in the mood);
3. Has mastered rolling;
4. Is mastering crawling, sitting up from lying position;
5. Can stand on her own while holding on to the sides of her playpen;
6. Is eating solids;
7. Is learning how to drink from a sippy cup...and unsuccessful; and
8. Attends swimming lessons and enjoying it.

I'm sure I've forgotten to write everything down but in my books, these are blog-worthy achievements. :) Yes, I'm a stage mama, sue me! :p

Missoni for Target!

2011-08-14T21:55:00.002+08:00

We are missing the launch by two weeks!! That sucks!

I like a lot of items from the collection that it's also good that I won't be in the US when they hit the stores!

From clothes, accessories, kids clothes, linens, plates, trays, etc! How you can not drool and swoon?

I want the boots (like I will ever use it, right?), umbrella (it's super hot here in Dubai), some dresses, top, cardigan and jacket. As well as anything for Maddie. A set of linen, plates, glasses, or trays and the frames.

Oh, the travel organizers too.

Sigh.

I guess I'll wait until they become available online, if they ever get online.

Enjoy!

Source: http://ology.com/fashion-and-beauty/zomg-entire-missoni-target-collection-here

Maid = Headache

2011-08-03T21:43:00.003+08:00

After months of processing, favors and money spent to bring her to Dubai, now she told me to just fly her home. WTF?!

Ok, she's old, ancient in fact, so I guess I am to blame there too.

When I talked to her about bringing her here, I had no other option, no other nanny/maid I trust that I can bring here, so I asked her if she wants to come with us and she said yes. We agreed on all the terms, salaries, vacations, duties, etc. In short, we're good to go.

To make the looooooooooong story short, she finally get her visa and can finally join us here.

After ONE freaking week, she told me to just send her home because her arthritis is really bad and that she's embarrassed that she's not doing anything much here.

I told her it's ok, she can rest. Asked her also if her work load is too much, she haughtily replied that it's nothing compared to what she does in Manila.

So there you go, your work load isn't much yet you want me to send you back and start paying me Php 2,000 a month for the next 6 years?!

F*cking sh*t! If only I can drop you off to sea and let you swim all the way back to where you came from! But no, we've spent so much on you, asked countless favors, hassled so many people to help us bring you here just to send you back after a week.

Oh yeah, I think you're just pretending.

The Great Sale

2011-07-28T18:32:00.002+08:00

We just went nuts over the crazy prices of designer clothes! They ended up cheaper than H&M shirts already on sale! Imagine labels like Moschino, YSL, Balenciaga, Pucci, Bottega, Ferretti, Opening Ceremony, Paul Ke, Stella McCartney, etc!

I would have loved to overhaul my wardrobe with these designer pieces! LOL!

It also did some good for me, I find Zara prices now expensive! Hahahaha!

We're Back!

2011-07-10T17:28:00.003+08:00

The family is now back in Dubai. We've actually been here for a month, flew back to Manila to attend my Grandmom's 80th birthday, as well as apply for Maddie's US Passport. And now we're back...with my Mom. :)

The baby girl is now almost six months and I still can't believe how fast time flies.

Our first month in Dubai was a struggle. Actually, only the first two days were. We think she's adjusting and therefore ended up being fussy and won't eat or sleep like she used to.

Maddie can easily turn now. She's learning how to sit up and there are days when she can sit on her own without falling flat on her face or on her side for 30 seconds.

She started on solids as well, rice cereals first, then now she's alternating with shredded carrots, potato, pumpkin and chayotte. And so far, she seems to like the vegetables.

We think she's teething too, we can see her grinding her gums together, drooling more and eating anything vigorously.

My mom's here for 20 days and flying back tomorrow. She's such a big help to us. Thank God for wonder moms!

Motherhood and I

2011-05-07T00:26:00.004+08:00

I popped on my 40 weeks and 2 days to a healthy baby girl, as we've expected. :)

I've always loved babies and kids ever since I can remember. So I know that when it's my time to be blessed with a baby that I will give her/him my all.

I was in labor for 19 hours, three of which was in the

Delivery Room. Yes, it was looooong! I've always thought that I have high tolerance for pain but nothing prepared me for the pain that I experienced! To those moms who gave birth without epidural, kudos to you all!

I asked for the epidural when I was already 5cm. The pain was just too much, I was already crying and also begging them to perform C-Section o

n me! Haha!

All the pain was gone as soon as I felt my baby girl come out and heard her cry. All I wanted was to see her and hold her. Made sure she was ok.

I will never forget the feeling when I first heard her cry, it was indescribable. And it's not a cliche when people say that all the pain is worth it when you see her. Because it truly is!

I just know that I will protect my baby girl with

everything I have.

Maddie is now three months and she's such a happy baby! (knock wood x3!)

She's a good baby too, gets fussy only when hungry and needs diaper change. (knock wood x3!)

She looks mostly like Steve but when she's chubby, she looks like me! Unfair, I know...but she's a cute baby, so I'm not complaining. :)

So...I'm proud to say that I'm one of the moms who will be celebrating Mother's Day this coming Sunday!

To all the moms out there, Happy Mom

's Day to us all!

To my Mom, Happy Mom's Day to the best Mom! If I can be half as good as you, I'd be happy already! I love you so much!

P.S. I have no idea where the underline came from and how I can take it out. Ctrl + U doesn't work. Boo.

38 Weeks and Counting

2011-01-15T14:31:00.002+08:00

Yes! Our baby girl is a full term baby now! :)

She can come out any time now but as per our OB, she's still high. Baby's going to take her sweet time in making her grand entrance. She knows many are eager to meet her. :)

I can't believe it has been eight months or so already since we found out we're pregnant. Such a wonderful surprise and still can't believe that I'm carrying a precious life inside me. Even if it feels like she's rearranging everything inside me, I'm sure once she's out, I'll miss the rumble in my tummy. But then, I'd get to see her squirm, stretch, kick, fuss, etc. So exciting!!

Will start walking now, but not too hardcore, I'm hoping she'll come out on February 3, not before. But we'll see, only her and God know when the arrival date is. We're all just here waiting.

Ah, the waiting! It feels like forever! If I was saying that it didn't feel like eight months have gone by, the last couple of weeks feel like months!! But I guess it works out well, because I'm still not done with her room, not done with having her clothes, towels, etc. washed, and no nanny yet. So yes, Maddie's making sure mommy's done with everything before she comes out. Good girl. :)

I'm really just thankful that God has been with us all throughout the pregnancy and praying that everything will be as smooth until the end.

Haven't seen the baby girl yet, but she's captured my heart already, what more when I meet her. *sigh*

Goodbye 2010, Hello 2011!

2011-01-01T17:00:00.004+08:00

Happy New Year, everyone!! May the new year bring out all the best in us and bring in what's best for us.

I can't believe that 2010 is over, it feels like it zoomed by so fast!

There are so many blessings that my family and I received that I am so thankful for.

And the blessing that I am most thankful for is our baby girl I'm carrying inside me. She's an answered prayer. We've waited so long for her and soon she'll be with us.

At 33 Weeks.

I'm now 36 Weeks, 2 Days. A few more days and I'll be full term already, meaning baby girl can come out anytime after that. :)

Baby's room is starting to get in order, but still have a lot of things to be done. Cleaned/wiped all the drawers and cabinets already. Will get her clothes and stuffs washed starting tomorrow.

Will start checking out cribs by next week and buy everything else we need as well. Although, I think it's wiser to just buy the rest once she comes out.

Steve's staying a few more days here, then flying to Dubai for a week and come back again until I pop and beyond. :)

Still got lots of planning to do, but all's good.

My lower back is killing me now, and waking up almost every two hours at night is such a pain. Stretch marks have appeared and they are getting really itchy lately. Good news is, my tummy has reached its maximum size. Also, there shouldn't be any weight gain until I pop.

2011 is off to a good start, I'm sure it's going to be a wonderful ride. :)

Alrighty, just want to wish you all a blessed 2011!

32 Weeks

2010-12-03T21:18:00.005+08:00

For some pregnant women, it feels like they've been pregnant forever. For me, it feels like it was just yesterday when I saw + sign on the Pregnancy Test Kit. Yes, I've been lucky so far, the pregnancy has been quite a breeze *fingers crossed*. I'm really thankful that I didn't experience the morning sickness, cravings, and all that.

I may be experiencing Acid Reflux + Heartburn now, but I still think this is nothing compared to what other moms-to-be are experiencing or have experienced.

Oh, I'm feeling the leg cramps too but got no one to whine to. :(

Ah, yes, 32 Weeks now, 8 more weeks left...or even 6 weeks, because the doctor said it can be pretty much anytime the 37th week. I'm excited and scared, mostly excited though. Scared only because I still don't know if I want normal or c-section.

And here's our Baby Girl at 31 Weeks 5 Days.

I wish Steve was with me when I had the scan, it was such an amazing experience. I've shown him all the video clips already, but it's still not the same.

Missing him a lot, but I think he'll be here in a week for the weekend. Can't wait to see him. Ticket is bloody expensive though. :(

We'll soon fix the baby room, scheduling the repainting already and will slowly buy the furniture for the room. :)

Oh, I've gained 32lbs. already! Holy crap! I hope I don't reach 40lbs!

Hello from Manila!

2010-11-25T14:46:00.002+08:00

Yes, finally in Manila. Been here since the 14th and has been quite busy since, mostly eating out and shopping for the baby.

Haven't even met up with the girl friends!

Steve flew back to Dubai last night, so sad, never been apart for longer than a week since we got married. Can't wait to have him back. Counting down the days until Baby Girl and I can be with him.

Staying at the parental's house now, in my old room. :)

Guess what, I'm on my 31st Week today! Time flies!! Our doctor said it's pretty much a waiting game after the 37th Week, that's only six weeks from now!

I know I'm excited to see our Baby Girl, not sure I'm excited about the labor and all that.

Baby Girl's more active too, but no more kicks, her movements feel more like stretching and rolling and jumping. Or even feels like dancing, shaking her fists here and there. :)

Sorted out her stuffs we got from Dubai and boy, she's got enough newborn outfits to last her a month without repeats! And we're still expecting boxes from the US! LOL!

So yes, no more shopping for newborn stuffs. Will wait until she gets bigger then Mommy shall update her wardrobe. That would be so much fun!

Steve and I had a pregnancy photo session too. Haven't seen the shots yet and will have to go back with some props. Can't wait to see them.

Oh, my feet/ankles and fingers are kind of swollen since I arrived here. I think my body was so used to just sitting at home with my feet up that when I got here and walked around, it swelled up. :p

It's almost December now! And that means days will come and go faster than any other days!

So exciting!!

28th Week!

2010-11-05T17:59:00.004+08:00

I'm officially in my 3rd trimester now! 28 weeks down, 12 weeks more to go.

Baby, as much as we're all excited to see you, hold you, kiss you, hug you, cuddle you...you still have to stay inside mommy's tummy and get more cooked, alright? Punch and kick mommy all you want, I'll just poke you if you're hurting me. ;)

Nine days left before I fly back home! Packing starts this week. Looking forward to the busy weeks ahead! I don't think I can be a lazy ass anymore when I get back, I think I'll get an earful from mom! :D

Steve's flying back with me on the 14th (yes, we're celebrating our 4th Year Anniversary up in the sky!) and staying perhaps for couple of weeks, but he has to be in Korea for three nights while in Asia.

So not looking forward to weeks without him. :( Yes, I'm pregnant, hormonal, emotional and clingy. Sue me. :p

Still haven't ironed out his schedule but we're hoping it's not going to be a problem. He'll be racking up those miles from November to whenever I will fly back to Dubai.

Ok, back to happy thoughts.

Aside from the acid reflux, my insomnia is back! 2nd trimester is indeed the best trimester of a pregnancy!

My Fit Flops are my feet's best friends right now. Too flat-soled shoes just kill my feet.

At 27+ weeks.

We've also selected the name for our baby girl. And we've been calling her that already.

She kicks and moves around more, which I love! I get paranoid when I don't feel her kicks and punches as much.

As per babycenter.com, she's as big as a small cabbage (17 inches, 2.9 lbs.) :) Her brain is forming, fats are accumulating under her skin too, she can flutter her eyes now on top of sucking, hiccuping, punching and kicking.

Baby at 28 Weeks. (She's not ours, :p)

She can hear more clearly too, so we've been talking to her more. Steve likes to jiggle my tummy whenever and baby responds. :) She kicked him in the head too! Haha!

I thought I can go to Hong Kong when I fly back to Manila but that will no longer push thru, so mom will just have to buy Roasted Goose/Duck for me. It's not the same, but gotta take what I can have. :)

Off to check out baby furniture today so Steve will know what and where to buy before baby and I fly back here.

I think my insomnia is also because of my excitement, flying back, baby's upcoming arrival, layout of her room and yes, still renovating our house in my mind.

Anyway, all is good and praying that it stays as good for the next 12 weeks.

See you all soon!! :))

Lanvin x H&M

2010-11-03T02:31:00.004+08:00

Mark November 23 on your calendars!

If Jimmy Choo x H&M got people to camp outside the mall overnight, I think this one will too.

The dresses are quite pretty, there are a few that I want, but it's quite expensive for an H&M dress. Well, ok, it's by Elbaz.

So I'll settle for the shirts instead. Except, I won't be here anymore for the launch. And there's no way I'll camp out or be in the store before it opens, so even if I was still here, I probably won't score anything from this collaboration. Boo.

Here's the collection and the prices, enjoy! :)

Acid Reflux, Go Away!

2010-11-02T19:04:00.003+08:00

And you too, heartburn!

These two have been keeping me up at night for the past three weeks. But mostly the acid reflux.

It's such an uneasy feeling:

Very gaseous (probably can burp 100 times!);
Feels like vomit is stuck in your throat;
Feels like something heavy is on your chest; and
You can't sleep!

However, given that the rest of the pregnancy was a breeze, I guess I shouldn't complain. I'm just saying.

Will have to ask the doctor for something to take when it attacks. It only happens at night, when I go to bed.

Now, I'm off for a nap.

Down to These Two. Which One?

2010-10-31T04:00:00.005+08:00

Been wanting to get a new camera for a while now and was too lazy to read and compare the reviews, but thanks to Pinky, I've narrowed it down to these two:

Panasonic Lumix LX5

Canon S95

I want something with SLR quality shots minus the size, weight and price.

I want something that's compact and light, as my bag is already heavy as it is.

I want something that will not require hours for me to get used to the settings, etc.

So, Steve and I went to the mall today and checked out the options, S95 is out of stock. Boo.

But I was able to look at the LX5.

I like the style/design.
It's light.
It's bigger than my current camera but I can live with the size difference.
It has the option for a manual setting, maybe similar to an SLR?
Price is affordable.

If only there was an S95 today, probably would have made up my mind already.

To the camera lovers out there, which of the two should I get? :)

So Many Things To Do

2010-10-19T20:38:00.005+08:00

It's that time of the year again where days are getting shorter and shorter each day.

Have you guys started your gift shopping yet? I'm probably a third done...it's a start but still has a long way to go.

I want to finish everything before we head back but from how things are progressing, might have to complete the list when I'm in Manila.

I'm also figuring out which items to buy from here for the baby. Mind you, I bought clothes, stroller, car seat, bouncer, etc. from the US as everything there is so much cheaper. Essentials will have to be bought in Manila.

So what am I even thinking of buying here? Baby toiletries (Mustella, Pigeon and Sebamed). As well as furniture, changing table/cabinet. Shipping wouldn't cost that much, I think. Should I even bother buying that here or just get it from Manila?

Ikea

Pottery Barn Kids

I haven't started packing my stuffs yet, and I will have to pack a lot as we'll be in Manila for several months! I just don't know where to start...clothes, shoes, bags, etc.

This post sounds like I'm ranting, I'm actually not. I'm really just excited and looking forward to everything. Though it doesn't help that I have so much time in my hands right now yet not doing much. :p

On a happier note, Steve's glad that our baby is a morning person. I sleep like a log that I don't even feel him touching my tummy in the morning! Daddy and Baby share quiet moments in the morning and baby kicks and somersaults for daddy. :)

One morning when I woke up...

Steve: Good morning, guess what, our baby is a morning person.

Me: Really? *still half asleep*

Steve: Yeah! *lower his head to my tummy and whispers*: Good girl, don't be like mommy, ok?

Me: *went back to sleep*

Haha! :)

We shall soon have a name for the baby. :)

October? Already?

2010-10-03T18:46:00.002+08:00

Yes! And I want it to be over soon! There's just so much to look forward to in the next couple of months!

If I were to have a countdown on everything, these are:

1. Countdown to our flight back to Manila (November 14, for now).

2. Countdown to the arrival of the box (hopefully December).

3. Countdown to the Holidays (82 days or 81 days?).

4. Countdown to due date (EDD January 27).

So yeah, the baby girl and I have a little over a month left before we head back to Manila. I haven't bought all the essentials yet, checked out the stores here and I think I'll just get most of them from the US or Manila.

But I did get her some dresses over the weekend. And a pack or two of onesies.

We've also bought a pram/stroller for her. Can't beat the price of the Bugaboo Frog. Had to take it while there's still stock available. This one took some thinking, we originally wanted the Bee, then we went in for a demo and wanted the Cameleon instead, however, there was a markdown on the Frog, a significant one, so that sealed the deal. :)

I've already bought some dresses and shoes online for her, and everything will be arriving in December, if I make the cut-off. Which reminds me, have to finalize my cart at target.com.

When I go back, I have to fix the baby room as well. Having the walls repainted, get new curtains, and fix anything and everything that has to be fixed. So so exciting!

I've also renovated our entire house, in my mind. Hahaha! If only it's as easy as that!

I have to finish my Holiday shopping list too, I've already started a month ago but still has a lot more to buy!

I'm sure after the Holiday rush, everything will be on fast forward. :)

We're still in the process of choosing names for the baby girl but we've narrowed it down already, so she'll have a name soon. :)

Oh, we have two babies arriving in the group! Can't wait to see baby Ethan Riley and Baby Anj/Baby Les! Will you see babies soon! :)

Ok, gotta find something to make myself busy with. :p

Big Three Oh

2010-09-18T02:31:00.002+08:00

Yes, I no longer have "2" in my age. But, I have so much to be thankful for as I turn 30.

I have received the most wonderful gift I can ever ask for, a baby girl. We just have to keep on praying that everything goes smoothly from here on.

I have the most amazing family and friends who love me unconditionally.

I have the most wonderful husband who spoils me and loves me dearly.

If turning 30 means having all these, then I can't wait to turn 40, not! :p

Our Manila trip was short, 10-day visit is just not enough to do everything I want to do.

Meet up with all my friends.
Massages.
Eat.
Pampering sessions.

But, we'll be back soon, in two months to be exact. And this time, I'm staying longer. :)

Haven't bought anything yet for our baby girl, holding it off until next month. For now, it's browsing and window shopping. Which reminds me, I have to ask G for her baby items checklist!

I'm trying to convince Steve to swim with me, I need to start exercising and I think swimming would be the best.

Tomorrow we're off to Kinokuniya to buy story books that I can read to our baby, as well as to check more baby names.

Really excited for this wonderful journey ahead.

It's Baby Girl for Us :)

2010-09-05T19:50:00.004+08:00

We did our "20th" week scan yesterday, my 19w2d. And found out that we're having a baby girl! :)

All along, I thought/felt/knew we're having a boy! Imagine my surprise when the doctor said, you're having a girl! I had to ask, girl? Are you sure? Teehee!

Our baby girl :)

But it was really an amazing experience, seeing her active and moving, real time. We saw her opening her mouth, sucking her thumb, opening and closing her hands, forming a fist, rubbing her eyes. I wish we have an ultrasound machine at home so we can see the baby all the time! LOL!

We are now in the process of selecting baby names, although we already have a strong candidate, we are still keeping our options open. :)

I can feel the baby's movement since last week, it feels like my stomach is dropping. Hahaha! But all's good. She can kick and move and fuss around all she wants! :)

Will hold off on buying any baby items until I get to my 6th month. Imagine all the lovely stuffs I can get for her!! So exciting! :)

Steve's already imagining the boys that he will have to scare away and bully! Hahaha!

And tonight, we are flying off to Manila to see family and friends! Yey!

Will be celebrating my birthday there and I already have the best birthday gift I can ever ask for. :)

Happy 15th! :)

2010-08-05T22:34:00.002+08:00

I'm on my 15th week pregnancy today. We went in for our regular checkup and today we get to see the baby's spine and ribs, and other parts too, of course. :)

Mom was with us today so she got to see the baby move around, heard the heartbeat and see today's cool technology.

To say that this pregnancy came as a surprise is an understatement.

We have been trying to conceive for years, and this is already our 3rd pregnancy. So we're praying hard that everything turns out well this time.

We never expected to conceive naturally and definitely not right after our 2nd failed pregnancy. Was ready to start a new cycle and all. But God has other plans. A beautiful plan. :)

First trimester went by like a flash. Albeit all the worries and fears of losing this one again. I even lost .4 kgs. However, in a span of two weeks, I've gained 3kgs! Mom is visiting, so I've been eating lots of home-cooked meals. Yes, I'm blaming mom for the weight gain, hahaha!

Steve's been really good. Always looking after me and making sure I don't do anything stupid (tire myself, walk too much, lift stuffs, eat right). He's going to be a wonderful dad.

In less than five weeks, we're going back for the "20th" week scan. It's one of the three/four important scans during pregnancy. And we'd get to see the gender of the baby too! :)

Everything is so exciting! Not too thrilled about the weight gain but as long as the baby is healthy and well, no complaints!

Never, never underestimate the power of prayers. I know that this wouldn't happen without God' blessing. It is true that everything happens according to God's plan.

Thank you. Thank you.

Another Bag?!

2010-08-03T19:54:00.005+08:00

This is just so pretty.

Mixing bow and studs/spikes is just brilliant!

3.1 Phillip Lim Edie

Edie as seen on Rachel Bilson

I would get this 3.1 Phillip Lim Edie bag over the Alexander Wang Rocco bag anytime...if I were to get one. I've reached my spending quota already for the year. So, just saying. :)

Wish List 2010

2010-07-06T04:32:00.006+08:00

Here's my Wish List for the year:

1. Hermes Lindy (30cm, 32cm, 34cm?) in Pink or Etoupe or Gold or Curry or Soleil.

2. Mulberry Oversized Alexa in Butter (shown in photo), Ink, Fucshia. Ok, maybe Oak.

3. Christian Louboutin Big Kiss Flat in Orange or Yellow.

(Although I will only buy this when it goes on sale. Php 45k for a pair of flats is too much no matter how deadly it is. Pun intended :)).

Well, Hello There! :)

2010-07-06T04:09:00.007+08:00

Didn't realize that my last post was December 2009. It feels almost like it was just yesterday, yet almost seven months has gone by already.

Nothing much is happening, Steve and I are still based in Dubai, for more than a year and a half now! Imagine that?! I don't know where all those months went! Well ok, eating, sleeping, shopping, making friends, traveling. But seriously, I've wasted a year and a half of my life doing nothing too!

I think I should have taken a course to study, but what? I think I should have taken the driving lessons, but I can't be bothered with 20 classes! I think I should have seriously applied for work, but I can't travel if that was the case. I guess, you can say that I'm having a "break"...not that my life is stressful. :-p

Summer just started and soon everyone will be gone from city, no one wants to bear the heat for 2 months so everyone flee the country. Also, Ramadan is coming up soon. That means no drinking, eating, chewing, smoking in public from sunrise to sunset.

Steve and I have booked our flights back to Manila for 10 days. Steve's parents will be meeting us in Manila while we're there. Mom will be coming here a few weeks after we leave Manila, and so will Dad. And Ave (friend from college who is now based in NY) is arriving in few days!! So excited!! July is off to a good start!

Oh, my dear friend Tiffy's giving birth on Wednesday! Can't wait to see her and Rafa when I go back, and of course my dear Godson Jacob. :)

Flying back means lots of catching up with family and friends. I always gain weight whenever I go back, who won't when you gobble up everything you miss and everything you can't find in a country you're currently based at.

This is such a long post and with no photos, this will be such a bore to read! :)

Oh, I visited a new country/city! Muscat, Oman. Although I mostly stayed in the resort...still it was an enjoyable trip. :)

One more Oh, my brother will be getting married next year! I wish I'm back home so I can dabble/help in the preparations! I just love weddings! :)

Alrighty, long boring post ends here!

Goodbye (Almost) 2009, Hello (Almost) 2010

2009-12-14T15:24:00.011+08:00

The year is not yet over but I think it's time for a little recollection.

Tons (and when I say tons, I mean TONS) have happened this year, both good and bad.

To start the year off, Steve and I have embarked on a new journey, we have moved and made Dubai our home (well, 2nd home, as Manila still is our home).

Image from: http://www.iacsit.org/icfte/img/Dubai.jpg

It's my first time to live outside of Manila, away from my family and friends, so this is a HUGE deal for me. First few months were all about adjusting, settling down and making new friends. Once, we've settled down, adjusting and making friends took place. With this, I realized that:

I am happy with surrounding myself with just a handful of people that I can call my friends.
That I can live without going out of the house for three days.
I can read and follow recipes and produce good food.
That there's front loading and top loading detergent.
I more than understand why my Dad loves Chinese food, I appreciate it now more than before.
I can almost iron clothes, but I refuse to do it.
I have the best family and friends back home.

From L to R: G, Tek, Anj, Tiffy, Ceej and Shai

I am stronger than I thought I am.
I have become more germ-o-phobic.
I am a shop-a-holic thru and thru.
I hate doing the laundry, every part of it (sorting, folding, hanging, everything).
If I clean the house myself, I won't let anyone "contaminate" the house, so better that I have someone else clean for me. :)

I feel lucky to have met good people in Dubai that I can call my friends, friends that I know I will keep in touch with after we all leave Dubai.

From L to R: Emma, Jill, Leslie, Kim, Pooi-San (Should have updated photos with the girls)

I have also appreciated Dubai, with all the frivolousness surrounding Dubai, at the end of the day, it is a beautiful city. And living here can be comfortable too...not as comfortable as my life back home, but no place will be as comfortable as home anyway.

Although I am loving condo living. I get to enjoy the whole place instead of just our bedroom, which is how we do it back in Manila.

I miss having people do things for me, I miss having Nonoy drive me around. But here, I can schedule maids to come in a few times a week to do the cleaning and ironing for me. I have hundreds of drivers to drive me to places, I just have to pay them by the meter, hehe.

I have been to cities/countries I never thought I'd ever visit.

Egypt

Petra

Dead Sea

Steve spoils me and loves me dearly. Right, Steve? :) I am lucky that I'm married to this guy. :)

Everything seems so good right? It truly has been a good year, all things considered.

Yet, I still can't wait to start the new year and start fresh.

We have been trying to start a family for a little while now and we are just not as blessed in this aspect, yet. I know God has his reasons for everything, and in His right time, we will have our precious miracle. Like Steve said, our kid will be loved so much...after what we have been thru, after all the disappointments, all love and attention will be showered to our kid/s when he/she finally joins us.

I know that next year will be a good year, has to be right? :)

At the end of the day (year, in this case), I have more to be thankful for. We have received more blessings and happiness than sadness. But, we can have more blessing and happiness too, right? Just saying. :)

I wish everyone a blessed and fruitful 2010. World peace (cliche but we need this). No more calamities. And just a happy happy 2010.

Now, I have to start packing and get ready for our Manila trip!

Siedah Garrett - Man In The Mirror

2009-07-13T02:33:00.003+08:00

Siedah Garrett, one of the Co-Writers of Man In The Mirror sang and talked about Michael Jackson.

She did a great job. And I guess it will always be sad whenever I see a tribute to Michael Jackson.

Again, gone too soon...

What's Up

2009-07-11T05:46:00.003+08:00

Haven't blogged in a long time, because I really didn't have much to blog about...but I miss blogging, so here goes. :)

I have been active lately, active as in I've been working out and going out and hanging out with my friends here.

I've tried Power Banghra, Latin Dancexercise and Box Fit. I enjoy doing Box Fit most, I guess it's because it's a real work out and I'm also sweating heaps from it. Haven't gone back for more than a couple of weeks now but should resume in September.

Since we moved here, I've been to Cairo, Egypt and Amman, Jordan.

I've seen the Great Pyramids, The Sphinx, REAL mummies, Petra and Dead Sea! Places that we probably would never bother checking out if we didn't move to Dubai.

Dead Sea

I'm also slowly liking Dubai. It's not home, will never be like home but it's getting better.

That's because:
1. I've met people that I know I can be friends with even after we all leave Dubai;
2. We've found restaurants that we like;
3. Shopping here is not bad during Dubai Shopping Festival and Dubai Summer Surprises; and definitely not the last
4. Steve and I are getting closer and closer each day because we only have each other here.

But I will never get used to:
1. The scalding hot weather here and I'm about to experience hotter weather in the next two months;
2. Hot tap water even if you opt to not use hot water;
3. Doing the laundry - taking it out of the washing machine, hanging it, folding it and putting it away;
4. Doing the dishes - rinsing it, placing them inside the dishwasher, putting it away;
5. Changing the sheets; and, also definitely not the last
6. Sand storms.

But in all honesty, it's not so bad. Actually, I've been quite spoiled here. So I'm thankful for that.

I've also cooked, baked and blended drinks! Although we still eat out most of the time. :)

I miss home, I miss my family, I miss my friends, I miss going to "work". I miss everything and everyone back home.

But as long as we're here, there's nothing I can do but make most out of our stay here, and that's what I'm doing.

Guaranteed to make you laugh out loud!

2009-03-09T00:23:00.000+08:00

Click here to watch the video of bading kids dancing to Beyonce's Single Ladies.

You gotta give it to the kids, they can dance!

LOL.

Hope this makes you laugh as much as I did. :)

Source: Chuvaness.com

Francis M.

2009-03-06T23:41:00.000+08:00

Sad.

Wish I'm in Manila so I get to watch everything that's happening.

Eat Bulaga's moment of silence for Francis M.

The world is on recession, right? Apparently, not...

2009-02-20T11:56:00.000+08:00

I wanted this bag for myself when I saw pictures from the runway, I was so gonna get it and looking forward to its release.

I want the large, horizontal, black version.

But geesh, the small version is already $2825 before taxes! Are they crazy? The world is in a financial crisis right now, how can they price something like this with an exorbitant tag?!

I'm just gonna keep my money and put it on my Birkin piggy bank.

Steve is Back!!

2009-02-19T22:20:00.000+08:00

After spending four nights on my own, he's finally back!! Yey!!

I'm used to him traveling all the time back in Manila and I didn't mind because I have my family and friends to hang out with.

But this time, I was on my own here. So I'm just really glad he's back home.

Anyway, he got me a bunch of magazines! :D He didn't find In Style and Vogue but it's all ok. :)

My Social Calendar and My Life as a Housewife

2009-02-08T10:34:00.000+08:00

I'm a busy bee this week! Isn't that cool? :)

I have something going on from Monday to Thursday! From lunches to mall trips. Can't complain. And everyday is with different people and new friends I've met.

I'm happy that I'm finding new friends here, mostly from an expat forum that I go to.

Despite being stuck at home most of the time, I think I'm becoming more outgoing and friendlier. I say hi to people on the elevator of our building. I smile at people I pass by going to and from our place. I no longer have the I-don't-see-anyone attitude now. Hehe.

I also cook more often now. I try and get up early to prepare Steve's breakfast. And then I cook dinner at least 2x a week.

And just last week, I think I cooked a total of 4 meals!! My mama would be proud!! Hahaha!

I cooked Fish and Chicken Tenders with Sweet Potato Chips. Baked Chicken with Bacon and Cheese. Spaghetti Bolognese. Chinese Spring Rolls. Sauteed Chinese Cabbage. Sauteed Broccoli and Carrots. :D

I love google, you can search for anything there.

As I've said, I'm enjoying it because it doesn't feel like an obligation, and as long as it stays that way, Steve should be fine. Bwahaha!

I've also asked Jennifer (Mom's cook at home) to send over some recipes. I'm taking this housewife business to another level. ;-)

I will probably start looking for something that will give me money in a few weeks time.

Ok, this is it for now, maid's here already. Later!

My Social Calendar and My Life as a Housewife. :-p

2009-02-08T10:29:00.000+08:00

I'm a busy bee this week! Isn't that cool? :)

I have something going on from Monday to Thursday! From lunches to mall trips. Can't complain. And everyday is with different people and new friends I've met.

I'm happy that I'm finding new friends here, mostly from an expat forum that I go to.

I also cook more often now. I try and get up early to prepare Steve's breakfast. And then I cook dinner at least 2x a week.

And just last week, I think I cooked a total of 4 meals!! My mama would be proud!! Hahaha!

I cooked Fish and Chicken Tenders with Sweet Potato Chips. Baked Chicken with Bacon and Cheese. Spaghetti Bolognese. Chinese Spring Rolls. Sauteed Chinese Cabbage. Sauteed Broccoli and Carrots. :D

I love google, you can search for anything there.

As I've said, I'm enjoying it because it doesn't feel like an obligation, and as long as it stays that way, Steve should be fine. Bwahaha!

I've also asked Jennifer (Mom's cook at home) to send over some recipes. I'm taking this housewife business to another level. ;-)

I will probably start looking for something that will give me money in a few weeks time.

Ok, this is it for now, maid's here already. Later!

Britney

2009-02-08T03:10:00.003+08:00

I was never a fan, but I find her life and career very colorful.

Anyway, it's finally nice reading good things about her, after her melt down.

And I find her pretty here.

:)

2009-02-01T16:54:00.000+08:00

LAST PERSON
1. You hang out with?
- Steve

2. You texted?
- Ceej

3. You were in a car with?
- Steve

4. Went to the movies with?
- Steve

5. Went to the mall with?
- Steve and Kim

6. You talked on the phone to?
- Mom, Dad, Ama, Jenz, Auntie Gina, Freence, Win, and cousins.

7. Made you laugh?
- Family back home.

WOULD YOU RATHER…
1. Pierce your nose or tongue?
- Tongue.

2. Be serious or be funny?
- Funny.

3. Drink whole or skimmed milk?
- Skimmed.

4. Die in a fire or get shot?
- Get shot, definitely.

5. Spend time with your parents or your enemies?
- Spend time with my parents. No brainer here.

ANSWER TRUTHFULLY…
1. Sun or moon?
- Moon.

2. Winter or Fall?
- Fall.

3. Left or right?
- Right.

4. Sunny or rainy?
- Sunny.

5. Where do you live?
- Dubai.

6. How many kids do you want?
- At least 2.

7. Do you want to get married?
- Already am, now I want kids.

8. Do you twirl your spaghetti or cut it?
- Cut then twirl.

9. Have you ever eaten SPAM?
- Yes.

10. How many different cereals are in your cabinet?
- Just 2, Lucky Charms and Honey Bunch of Oats.

11. Do you cook?
- Yes :D

12. Current mood?
- Bored. And hungry.

THE LAST 72 HOURS HAVE YOU…
1. Kissed someone?
- Yes.

2. Sang?
- Not really.

3. Been hugged?
- Yes.

4. Missed someone?
- Yes.

5. Danced Crazy?
- No.

6. Cried?
- Yes, over a Korean movie. :D

7. Suicide?
- LOL!! Still answering this eh?

8. Loved someone you can’t have?
- Not love, liked.

What's Keeping Me Busy Everyday

2009-02-01T11:55:00.000+08:00

So far, I'm a housewife here in Dubai, until I find a job. I'm becoming a bit more responsible, a bit is the operative word here. :-p

We have part-time maids so housework for me isn't that difficult. I don't do vacuuming, mopping, scrubbing and ironing. *phew*

Dining Area

But I do the laundry and the dishes. I do the regular wiping of whatever. And now when I cook, I have chop and slice everything. Not fun at all. But I enjoy cooking (swear) and hearing Steve's comments/praises. :)

Obviously, these tasks don't last me the entire day, so what do I do from 10am to 5pm?

1. Chat with family and friends back home, which can last for hours. :D

2. Check my regular blogs and sites.

3. Answer emails both personal and KR.

4. Watch TV.

5. Nap.

6. Go out with friends I met here.

7. Swim, which I've only done once since we moved here. Will do this more often. :D

8. Go down to the "Community Center" for grocery or nail salon appointment or just to walk. Believe it or not, I've done more walking here than I did back home.

9. Hang and fold the laundry.

10. Wipe the dishes.

11. Tidy up the place.

There you go, it usually stretches to 7 hours and keeps me from getting bored out of my mind.

Considering that this is my first time to live away from home (Manila), I'd say I'm adjusting quite well.

Jumeirah Beach

Mom has learned how to Skype, so we video chat several times a week now. And she's coming this month. :)

I think I'll start cooking more than 2 meals a week now. Doesn't mean it will happen, but at least I'm considering it. :)

Ok, will check on the maid now. And will do one or all on my list.

XOXO.

Just Ranting

2009-02-01T11:02:00.000+08:00

Dubai has so many Filipinos it makes you feel like you're home.

Usually when they find out I'm a "Kabayan" (they always think I'm Chinese, which I am), they become friendly and all.

So when I went to LV and saw a Filipina SA, I approached her and asked about the Sprouse's Graffiti Collection. I spoke to her in Tagalog because I just heard her talking to her Filipino friends. I was thinking, this is cool, this SA can help me with my sideline! Hehe.

The damn bitch was snooty and arrogant!! Agh! Even Steve noticed how arrogant the bitch was!

Who does she think she is? That working in LV makes her superior to other Filipinos?! I can buy her for all she's worth! Hahahaha!

But really, does she think she's above everyone because she's employed by LV? Hmm, I'll go apply at Hermes, and go back to her and be arrogant, I'll tell her, remember me? I'm better than you now, I work for Hermes! LOL.

She's not getting any sales from me. F*** you, bitch!

Twilight. New Moon. Blogging from New "Home"

2008-12-16T10:08:00.000+08:00

We've finally seen Twilight!

Manila's screening's ahead for almost 2 weeks! We've been spoiled in Manila and that's one of the things we'll definitely miss here, because movie screenings here are pretty late. :(

I think they did a pretty ok job with their castings. Except for Jacob and Rosalie. Jacob and Rosalie are much better with short hair and dark hair, respectively. Oh well, I still love Edward! :D

Oh, and there are talks that they will replace Jacob for New Moon and one of the considerations is Ben Barnes.

Isn't he such a cutie?

And here, he can play Jacob, he looks bad-ass here. :)

He's cute and probably too cute to play Jacob, I would be torn between Edward and him. And I am Team Edward! Hehe! I can't wait for New Moon!!

Blogging from Dubai, which will be our new home come January. We're almost done setting up our "flat" (local term for condo) and looking forward to fully settle down in January. But not so looking forward to "leaving" my family and friends. *bawl* *sigh*

Anyway, this is a before shot, hopefully the after shots would really look like after shots. :-p

Living Room

And we have a killer view of a golf course, they just had the Ladies' Masters a few days ago. But we totally missed it. :-p

The area where we are has a "Rockwell" feel to it, except we don't have a mall, only nail salon (yey!), hair salon, supermarket, restaurants, coffee shops, ice cream shop, laundromat, video shop and optical shop. I actually get to walk more here than back in Manila! haha!

And I've never seen so much babies!! It's like every other couple here just gave birth!

The weather right now is so good, it's chilly, not as cold as Baguio but cooler than Tagaytay. Perfect isn't it? And they say this weather lasts until March-April.

I miss my family, friends and everyone back home. And can't wait to see them all in few days. We'll meet my entire (from Ama to cousins) family in Singapore for a Holiday cruise. Then back to Manila on the 26th until the 4th.

I miss the maids too. We've scheduled a maid service 2 to 3 times a week, so it kinda lightens the load, but still not the same as it is back home. At least I don't have to sweep and mop the floor, iron our clothes and wash the bathroom.

And Nonoy! I miss Nonoy! I only have to tell him where to go and watch, read or sleep on the way. Get off and do not have to worry about looking for a parking spot. Here, I have to drive, and I have. On expired license. Hopefully I get to renew it before we come back here, but I doubt it with the loooong holiday schedule we have.

As for Steve, he's busy with setting up the company. Stressed out too, he still have to hire a handful of people to help him run the company.

But everything should turn out well. I hope.

This is a long-ass entry.

I can't wait to see you all (you guys know who you are).

xoxo.

New Extended Twilight Trailer

2008-10-28T20:32:00.000+08:00

Woooohoooo!! Edward and Bella are coming soon! hahaha!

Mark your calendars! November 21, Friday.

Wait, so we'll see it on Thursday?? Steve and I will have to watch it on the first day of screening here.

Watch the extended trailer here: Twilight

I have a feeling that I won't like the movie as much as I liked the book. Hope I'm wrong.

Speaking of Twilight/Vampires, I'm watching a vampire series called True Blood. Not great and lots of sexual scenes.

Can't wait for Twilight! :D

Master sa Pangangasiwa ng Negosyo (Master in Business Administration)

2008-10-21T05:29:00.000+08:00

Woohoo!! I got my diploma yesterday!!

I did graduate!! I now officially have a Master's degree!

I just missed the ceremony, which would have been nice since it's back at PICC, but what matters is this, so I'm good. :)

Wait, if I actually marched, it would have made it more real noh? I probably could have gotten several graduation gifts!! Oh darn.

Graduation? When? What?

2008-10-14T08:40:00.000+08:00

Apparently, our graduation was held last October 4. I didn't know about it until today. :-p

I didn't get to check my other email until today...so...no graduation rites for me.

But I won't be attending the ceremony anyway since I won't be around.

I should get my diploma and everything in the mail. I think. I hope. :-p

Edward Cullen

2008-09-30T16:41:00.000+08:00

Just in case you guys have forgotten how cute he is. :-p

Twilight's almost here!!!

Yey! New Toy!

2008-09-25T18:44:00.000+08:00

Deliberated for a quarter of a millisecond which one to get.

Which one did I get? The white of course! :)

I've been playing with it since this noon time.

I want to turn off the dictionary! How do you turn it off?

Working on downloading more stuffs for my phone. Any cool programs/games/add-ons that you recommend?

Orange Gift

2008-09-15T19:08:00.000+08:00

I took a major plunge.

A multi-occasion gift to myself. I'm talking about birthday, Christmas, Chinese New Year and Valentine's. LOL!

Hi, I'm Sharleen, I'm broke but happy.

My Birthday's Coming Up - Gifts to Myself, from Myself

2008-09-07T21:23:00.003+08:00

Haha!

I went crazy on our last trip and bought these shoes. I would have been crazier if I passed on the good deals.

Except for the Tory Thora, I didn't pay full price for any of these shoes! :-)

What discounts are we talking about here? 40% to 70% off! See? It's just impossible to pass on these deals.

See that silver flats with the wrap around thingy? That's only $19.00! :-)

I know I'm deserving, so I went on and bought me more gifts. Will post as the day gets closer. :-p

*I can't believe I'm turning 28. :(
**Steve's gift helped in one of the gifts.
***Donations are welcome. LOL!

New Toys

2008-09-07T12:31:00.000+08:00

On our last trip, we got ourselves couple of new toys! :D

I totally forgot that I was totally looking forward to getting a Wii Fit. Good thing I get to try Tito Chancey's! I was almost saddened when he said it's sold out in California! I'm even willing to pay extra just to get one. But I was able to get one in Vegas! Yey!

I didn't even mind that the thing weighs TEN POUNDS! That could have been a few more shoes for me!

Steve has been wanting to get a PS3, so that's what he did when he arrived in SFO. What made him get it? Rock Band 2 and the Blu-Ray DVD. We have to wait on our trip to the US this October to get Rock Band 2. Even I'm looking forward to playing Rock Band!

Oh, before you get to enjoy the Blu-Ray, you have to get a cable...it doesn't come with the box. :( We'll get one in HKG.

*Our Wii got short circuited, it's not working now. Hopefully it's just the adapter that got busted and not the console. *Fingers crossed* :(

90210

2008-09-06T22:22:00.000+08:00

I wasn't really planning on watching it until Ceej sent me the link to the file and said that it was nice.

And, it is! :)

I'm confused who I want more...Ty, Ethan or Ryan. Haha! But I felt really sad for Ethan...so I think I'm going to be Team Ethan.

I like Annie and Silver too, but I prefer my boys more. :-p

Can't wait for the next episode. Also Gossip Girl. And Lipstick Jungle. :D

Twilight Movie Casts

2008-08-20T08:30:00.000+08:00

Are you excited to put faces behind your favorite Twilight character?

Watch this video:

I love Bella, Edward, Carlise and Esme, probably as good looking as they are in my mind.

I'm hugely disappointed with Rosalie and Alice. I was expecting so much more beautiful than the present casts. :(

Either way, I'm still excited! Isn't it obvious?? :)

Twilight Movie

2008-08-17T11:58:00.000+08:00

Yey!! They're moving up the release date of the movie from December 2008 to November 21, 2008!!

I can't wait!!! I want to see Edward and Bella! Hehe. :)

I'm curious who they casted as Alice and Rosalie. Ok, also Carlise. :-p

Maybe a little curious to see Jacob because I'm Team Edward, all the way. Haha.

Beijing 2008 Olympics

2008-08-10T12:03:00.000+08:00

You have to watch this clip of the opening ceremony!

I had goosebumps watching the countdown, the drummers' synchronize movements, and fireworks.

I don't think any country can beat what China did. I feel bad for London 2012, for having to follow after Beijing 2008.

Olympics 2008 Opening Ceremony - video powered by Metacafe

I'm more proud than ever for being Chinese.

Twilight

2008-08-05T09:10:00.000+08:00

I'm probably the only person who only started reading the series now.

And I regret not reading them sooner! I assumed it's a horror story. LOL!!

I can't wait to finish the 1st book (thanks for lending me the 1st book Ceej!) so I can move on and read the 4th book, which I've pre-ordered, which I have to get this week. Yey!!

Wait, Ceej, lend me the 2nd book too, please? I have the 3rd and 4th na. hahaha!

And what's more, I can now picture what Edward looks like, thanks to the movie version that's being filmed!

I'm in love. :)

Home Alone = DVD Night/s

2008-07-14T20:51:00.000+08:00

I'm home alone once again, Steve's in Shanghai until Friday for business. :(

Before he left, we went to Makati Cinema Square to buy some DVDs. I think he knew I need DVDs to entertain me while he's away, hehe. :)

I bought 3 tagalog movies! Haha!

Watched When Love Begins with Aga and Anne Curtis. I don't know if I feel kilig or not. Aga may be cute and all but he's definitely too old for Anne Curtis...noh?

And their kissing scenes look real! So unlike's Piolo's kissing scenes.

Sige na nga, they're quite cute. And I loved Anne's wardrobe and some of her hairstyles.

Ok, I may be biased here, because if I get the chance to be in a movie with Pierce Brosnan, kissing scenes and all, I wouldn't mind, at all! LOL!!

I was going to watch Desperadas and A Love Story but both DVDs are not working. In fact, A Love Story's stuck inside our player right now. And I have no idea how to take it out. Help?

I also watched Definitely Maybe, it's a fun movie to watch. I was hesitant on getting it but I'm glad I did. It's a crazy, feel good romantic movie.

Tomorrow, I'm watching Penelope and Forgetting Sarah Marshall.

And since I'll be in Makati for a haircut, I will probably get a replacement for the 2 DVDs.

Actually, I'm supposed to buy Steve a sort of computer table for our room, I think I'll check out Play and Display and hope to score a sale item again.

Looks like it will be a busy day for me tomorrow! Time to charge up the laptop so I can watch DVD in the car.

Kopi Roti

2008-07-12T21:36:00.000+08:00

Hi guys, watch out for the opening of Kopi Roti at Greenbelt 3 next month.

We'll be on the 3rd Level, right beside Fish and Co.

Also opening soon: The Pergola, BF Homes, Paranaque; The Gallery, Mabolo, Cebu City; Tagum, Davao City.

For franchising, please call 4395471 or visit: www.kopiroti.com.ph

Get Smart

2008-07-09T09:03:00.000+08:00

Watched it last night.

The movie wasn't great, but it wasn't bad either. Still worth watching though.

Did you guys find Anne's costume a little bit like Devil Wears Prada'ish? Maybe they got the same costume designer.

I like her Chanel sunnies, Chanel GST in White Caviar and the Chanel White Reissue Flap, the bag she was carrying for their last scene, oh and I think that's a Chanel J12 she's wearing too.

Hardheaded Parentals

2008-07-07T14:30:00.000+08:00

When our parentals become hardheaded, do we scold them like they do when they say that we are being hardheaded?

I wish! But no, we can't. We're after all just their kids, and forever will be.

Although we get away with subtle sermons every now and then.

I have a feeling my kids will say the same thing about me. I'm raised by my parents, after all. Hehe.

Used Condoms = Hairbands?

2008-06-16T20:15:00.000+08:00

Err, I don't know how true this is, but it's gross.

Better be safe than sorry. Ewww.

Beware when you are travelling to China , just try to be careful when you are buying hairbands down the road who knows what it is made from??

Chinese Hairband - Condom

These Hairbands were made from used condoms and threads.

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Chinese Hairband - Condom

BEIJING (AFP) - Used condoms are being recycled into hair bands in southern China , threatening to spread sexually-transmittable diseases they were originally meant to prevent, state media reported Tuesday.

In the latest example of potentially harmful Chinese-made products, rubber hair bands have been found in local markets and beauty salons in Dongguan and Guangzhou cities in southern Guangdong province, China Daily newspaper said. 'These cheap and colourful rubber bands and hair ties sell well...threatening the health of local people,' it said.

Despite being recycled, the hair bands could still contain bacteria and viruses, it said. 'People could be infected with AIDS, (genital) warts or other diseases if they hold the rubber bands or strings in their mouths while waving their hair into plaits or buns,' the paper quoted a local dermatologist who gave only his surname, Dong, as saying.

A bag of ten of the recycled bands sells for just 25 sen (three cents), much cheaper than others on the market, accounting for their popularity, the paper said.

A government official was quoted as saying recycling condoms was illegal. China 's manufacturing industry has been repeatedly tarnished this year by a string of scandals involving shoddy or dangerous goods made for both domestic and foreign markets.

In response, it launched a public relations blitz this summer aimed at playing up efforts to strengthen monitoring systems.

Bored

2008-06-15T15:09:00.000+08:00

Sundays are usually sleep day for Steve and I. And today's no exception.

We "treated" dad to lunch at Lili's earlier. But because he's "connected", we ended up eating for free, hahahaa. So much for treating him for Father's Day. We love you, Pa! And yes, we still owe you a gift.

Service at Lili's was bad today. But I'm happy I get to have my faves: Baked Puff Pastry with BBQ Pork, Asado, Fried Pork Belly. Hmmm parang I didn't eat much.

Saw Chrissie with brothers and EuEu and family. Ceej was already on her way to Powerplant. LOL.

I'm getting a massage at home, and I'm just waiting for the therapist. And to kill time:

I want to know 34 things about you. I don't care if we never talk, if you're more of a lurker, or if we already know everything about each other.

BE HONEST! Answer the questions in your blog, then tag FOUR people!

1) Are you currently in a serious relationship?
- Yes.

2) What was your dream growing up?
- Flight stewardess. Dentist. Designer. None of these happened. :)

3) What talent do you wish you had?
- Playing musical instruments and dancing.

4) If I bought you a drink what would it be?
- Strawberry Milkshake.

5) Favorite vegetable?
- Garlic Kangkong.

6) What was the last book you read?
- Platinum by Jo Reese. Reading Katie Forde's book now.

7) What's your zodiac sign?
- Virgo.

8) Any tattoos and/or piercings? Explain where.
- Earrings only.

9) Worst habit?
- Being a germ-o-phobic. I can't live without alcohol.

10) If you saw me walking down the street, would you offer me a ride?
- If I see myself on the street? Oo, I look harmless naman. Question is, would I accept your offer?

11) What is your favorite sport?
- Swimming. But it's been ages since I last swam.

12) Do you haIve a negative or optimistic attitude?
- I think more on optimistic.

13) What would you do if you were stuck in an elevator with me?
- Err. If I know you, then we'll just talk and talk. If I don't know you, I hope I'd get stuck in an elevator with a papable.

14) Worst thing to ever happen to you?
- I believe I've been pretty lucky.

15) Tell me one weird fact about you.
- I can sleep the entire day? I'm a germ-o-phobic?

16) Do you have any pets?
- Not anymore.

17) What if I showed up at your house unexpectedly?
- Erm, then you have to feed me?

18) What was your first impression of me?
- Erm, if I were to give a 1st impression of myself: Mataray but shy. Quiet.

19) Do you think clowns are cute or scary?
- Umm there are cute clowns, but there are also scary clowns. I dunno.

20) If you could change one thing about how you look, what would it be?
- 1 thing lang? I want killer body (abs, arms, butt, the works). I want longer hair (getting there). I want nice nose. I want big eyes.

21) Would you be my crime partner or my conscience?
- I would most likely be your partner in crime.

22) What color eyes do you have?
- Brown.

23) Ever been arrested?
- Got pulled over.

24) Bottle or can soda?
- Ice cold bottle of coke. The rest, ok with canned soda.

25) If you won $10,000 today, what would you do with it?
- Get my Birkin. :-p

26) What's your favorite place to hang out?
- Powerplant and our bedroom and our bathroom.

27) Do you believe in ghosts?
- Yes.

28) Favorite thing to do in your spare time?
- Read books. Sleep.

29) Do you swear a lot?
- Ay puta. Oo naman. Punyeta.

30) Biggest pet peeve?
- Mga nag iinarteng, annoying people?

31) In one word, how would you describe yourself?
- Spoiled. or Tamad.

32) Do you believe/appreciate romance?
- Yes.

33) Do you believe in God?
- Yes.

34) Who are the FOUR people you're tagging?
- Shai, Ceej, Gi, Tiff, Anj, Chrissie. Ay, 4 lang? :-p

Boom Blox, Shoes, Etc.

2008-05-29T12:11:00.000+08:00

Hi, I'm Sharleen and I'm a Boom Blox addict. Hehe.

I am loving this game.

It's a collaboration between Electronic Arts and Steven Spielberg.

A professional review from metacritic.com:

This high-energy game features over three hundred levels, a variety of activities, a cast of over thirty wacky characters, and an easy-to-use in-game editor that allows players to express their creativity. Fun for kids and the entire family, Boom Blox offers action-packed interactive activities that takes Wii play to a new level of creativity and fun with single player, co-op, and versus gameplay. Players can explore the visceral gameplay—perfectly suited for the Wii’s interactivity—that keeps them destroying their way through brain-twisting challenges. They can interact with entertaining characters such as the Blox-laying chickens or the baseball throwing monkeys, who bring personality to the Tiki, Medieval, Frontier, and Haunted themed environments. Additionally, players can remix any level of the game in Create Mode using props, blocks, or characters that have been unlocked during the game. Players can also virtually build anything they can dream up. Plus, their designs can then be shared with friends or used to challenge others to solve their newly created puzzle via WiiConnect24.

Steve saw the game's review on G4 and decided to get it. And I'm glad he did.

I played the game for four hours last night!! Went to bed feeling like I still have a Wii remote on my hand, pulling and smashing things. Haha. :)

Moving on to more girly subject, I've always thought of myself as a bag hag than a shoe fiend. But lately, I've been buying more and more shoes.

Is it because for the same amount that I would be spending on one bag, it will get me more than a couple of pairs of shoes? Or is it because I can no longer afford the prices (that keeps on getting higher and higher) of designer bags? :-)

Anyway, the shoes that are on my wish list:

1. Christian Louboutin (I bought one and devastated to find out too late, that their sizes run smaller than usual :-( )

2. Manolo Blahnik

3. Jimmy Choo

4. Christian Lacroix

I got myself a Giuseppe Zanotti flats, so that's one brand off the list! And it's the pair that I said I wanted on my blog, eons ago. :D

A girl can dream. :)

And of course, I'm still dreaming/praying/wishing/saving for a Birkin.

Actually, Shai and Chrissie have promised that they will give me a Birkin when they win the Lotto. I used when and not if, I'm optimistic that one of them will eventually win, IF they play more than once. Haha. :D

Oh, by the way, I'm bored.

Grey's Anatomy

2008-05-16T09:05:00.000+08:00

Never really watched Grey's Anatomy before.

But as I was watching Episode 415 right now, I'm planning on getting the DVDs when we get back.

And, we saw the hospital where they tape the show, it's in Seattle. :)

Help: Seattle, WA

2008-05-11T17:29:00.000+08:00

Anyone who knows what and where are the good malls in Seattle, WA?

Help.

Happy Mothers Day

2008-05-11T10:47:00.000+08:00

Happy Mother's Day to all mommies out there.

I'm too cheap to send everyone an sms from SFO. :-p

To all my friends, please greet your wonderful moms a Happy Mom's Day for me and Steve.

Kopi Roti at Inquirer.net

2008-04-25T10:58:00.000+08:00

http://www.inquirer.net/vdo/player.php?vid=646

Cruz Beckham

2008-04-21T08:00:00.000+08:00

Same kid who showed off his dance moves during the reunion tour of the Spice Girls.

Isn't he such a badass kid? Cute!

Chanel Anklet

2008-04-18T09:31:00.000+08:00

This is ridiculously priced!

PurseBlog.com says this baby retails at $1,325!!

That's insane.

Sad. I wanted this, but not at this price.

Happy. I won't be spending money...that I don't have.

I Heart Nicole Richie

2008-04-02T08:16:00.000+08:00

I just got a copy of this month's issue of Ok! Magazine and I enjoyed reading the feature on Nicole, Joel and baby Harlow.

It's amazing how gorgeous Nicole is and it's as if she never was pregnant! And the baby is so cute.

I find this cute and funny:

Joel: I get up at seven or eight, have my coffee, start my--

Nicole: My biggest pet peeve with Joel--

J: I know what you're going to say

N: Joel wakes up--

J: I get dressed!

N: He wakes up, gets in the shower. He puts on pants, a shirt, socks, shoes, a belt, a jacket and a hat.

J: There you go.

N: And I'm laying in bed like, "Where are you going?" And he's like, "I'm going downstairs." It gives me anxiety! It gives me a panic attack. I like to roll around and sing songs.

J: I'm used to having a job and going to work and I'm used to getting out and starting your day.

N: A hat. To go downstairs. Look what he's wearing right now. We're at home!

J: What am I going to do, put on a robe like Hugh Hefner?

Hehe! Aren't they cute? Say yes, damn it! I retyped the exchange! :)

Since Paris is dating Joel's brother, Benj, do you think she'll want to get knocked up and have a little Paris?

Obviously, I'm B.O.R.E.D. :)

Dinner with the Girls

2008-04-01T11:22:00.000+08:00

One month in the making.

Too many photos to copy one by one.

For more photos, visit:

Gi's site - http://angelinebelle.multiply.com/photos/album/184/Circles_Ascend_Mar_08#

Ceej's site - http://ceejaysy.multiply.com/photos/album/273/circles_ascend?replies_read=11

Shai's site - http://shaiers29.multiply.com/photos/album/56/Circles_Ascend

It was as usual a fun-filled night. And we have two great Bb. Pilipinas impersonators. Shai and Vic. :)

My pamily...they was the. most. important. persons. in. myyyy. liiife.

Posh for Marc Jacobs and Gossip Girl

2008-03-23T20:24:00.000+08:00

I love Victoria Beckham, but I'm so not loving her ad campaign for Marc Jacobs. She looks like a big bad joke.

First, she was stuffed inside a huge ass paper bag. And now she looks like a wooden robotic doll.

But I still love her and her bags and her shoes and her wardrobe. :-D

I can't wait for the new season of Gossip Girl!! The first season's finale was so unexpected that I was still waiting for the new episodes weeks after, thinking there was only a delay because of the writers' strike. Can't wait to see the entire gang!

Here are photos of some of them:

Papa Kirby

2008-03-17T20:19:00.000+08:00

Just watched Episode 6 of Lipstick Jungle and I'm getting more and more hooked on Kirby (Robert Buckley). Things that I will do to have the tender looks and touches he gives to Nico (Kim Raver). And I'm not going to start talking about their hot scenes.

I already warned Steve that if ever I see Kirby in real life (like that will ever happen, but I hope I will) I might forget that I'm a married woman.

Agh, those "I want you right here, right now gazes".

Kirby, oh Kirby.

Kim Raver's one lucky girl! From Jack Bauer to Kirby Atwood? Ooohlala!

Harry Connick Jr.

2008-03-16T09:38:00.000+08:00

Shai and I had a concert date with papa Harry yesterday.

The concert was so worth it! Harry and his band were such a fun bunch!

He ate Balut on stage, threw Baluts to the audience, burped while singing, danced and shook his bonbons, he cracks joke left and right...it was so spontaneous. Next time he comes here, I'm gonna shell out money for front row seats.

He didn't sing any songs that I know, but it was still a nice concert to be at.

If I were to have an affair, it will have to be with "Kirby Atwood" and Harry Connick Jr. Yummy-licious!! :D

Anyway, before the concert, Shai and I went to Alabang first, had to change Steve's shoes then drove back to Manila and had dinner at Hawaiian BBQ, we ordered a lot! And we almost end up washing dishes...they don't accept credit cards, good think I had enough cash to pay for our tab.

Til our next concert!

Copied from Gi

2008-03-06T12:14:00.000+08:00

Message: You opened this, so now you have to fill it out too! Learn 50 things about yourfriends, and let them learn 50 things about you!

1. How tall are you barefoot?
>> 5’8"

2. Have you ever smoked?
>> Tried smoking, probably one or two puffs.

3. Do you own a gun?
>> No.

4. Do you hate someone right now?
>> No.

5. Do you get nervous?
>> Yes.

6. What do you think of hotdogs?
>> Tender Juicy forever!!

7. What's your favorite Christmas song?
>> Hmmm Pasko na Sinta Ko?

8. What do you prefer to drink in the morning?
>> Coffee if it's before my usual waking hours. Iced Tea Trio Tarik for my daily caffeine fix.

9. Can you do push ups?
>> No and no plans to try.

11.What's your favorite piece of jewelry?
>> Earrings and my rings. I feel naked without them.

12. Do you like painkillers?
>> Paracetamol and Dolfenal.

13. What is your secret weapon to lure the opposite sex?
>> Secret din! hahahaa

14. Do you own a knife?
>> At home.

15. Do you have H.I.V?
>> Errr...No.

16. Name?
>> Sharleen Vincent Tecson-Tsao

17. Name 3 things u wanna do at this exact moment?
>> Purge, puke and poop. Ate too much for merienda!

18. Name the last 3 things you have bought lately:
>> Steve's iPhone, Chanel flats and Shakey's Pizza

19. Name 3 drinks you regularly drink:
>> Iced Tea Trio Tarik. Coke Light or Coke Zero. Water.

20. What time did you wake up today?
>> 930am

22. Current worry?
>> What to get for our dinner.

23 Current hate?
>> My flabs.

24. Favorite place to be?
>> San Francisco and Huang Zhou.

25. Least favorite place to be?
>> Government offices like NBI and LTO. Explains why I haven't renewed my license since 2004.

26. Where would you like to go?
>> Amanpulo again. Japan. Europe. South Africa.

27. Do you own slippers?
>> Yes.

28. What shirt are you wearing?
>> Wearing a dress now.

30. Favorite color?
>> Black.

31.Would you like to be a pirate?
>> Nope. I won't be able to stand the heat, grime, dirt.

32. Last time you had an alcoholic drink?
>> V Day.

33. What songs do you sing in the shower?
>> Don't sing in the shower too.

34. What did you fear was going to get you at night as a child?
>> Umm I don't know.

35.What's in your pocket/s right now?
>> None.

36. Last thing that made you laugh?
>> YM conversation with Ceej.

37. Last thing that made you cry?
>> Probably Sugar Daddy by Lisa Keypas.

38. Worst injury you've ever had?
>> Should be when I fell off the car. I was probably in 1st grade.

39. Who is your loudest friend?
>> hahahaha Shai nga. :)

42.Who is your most silent friend?
>> Dimple, ang tagal humirit. By the time she says something, we've moved on to another topic.

43.Last movie watched?
>> Warlords.

44. What is your favorite book?
>> Too many to mention. LOL. Seriously, I have read lots of nice books.

45.What is your favorite chocolate
>> I may be coming down with a sore throat. Don't want to think of anything sweet right now. Liar! :D

47. What song do/did you want played at your wedding?
>> The Last Time by Eric Benet for our First Dance.

48. What were you doing 12 AM last night?
>> Moving around trying to find a comfortable position that will put me to sleep.

49. What was the First thing you did today?
>> Peed. :-p

50. What was the last thing you did the day before yesterday?
>> Derma.

Nicole Richie

2008-02-29T08:16:00.000+08:00

I love her. Look at how fab she looks after only a few months of giving birth.

I love her dress and her sky-high Louboutins! If only I can walk on those heels without teetering .

When I grow up, I want to be like Nicole Richie. When I get pregnant, I want to be like Nicole Richie. When I give birth, I want to be like Nicole Richie.

:-p

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Lipstick Jungle

2008-02-24T17:09:00.000+08:00

It's probably early to tell that the book's better than the series...but hopefully they'll pick up.

They have a lot to work on because the casting of the female lead stars are really weak. Cashmere Mafia did a better job in their castings.

I only like Lindsay Price. She's cute. And her outfits aren't as over-the-top weird as Lucy Liu's wardrobe in Cashmere Mafia.

Brooke Shield's too macho for the role. She's so off in the series.

Kim Raver's pretty dull to be a fashion magazine's editor. BUT her Kirby Atwood's one hot piece of meat!! Their first few sex scenes are just super. Robert Buckley is just super super hot and knows how to please a woman...or at least it looks that way.

Yummy!

I can't wait for the next episode, the ending of Pink Poison episode makes me want to read the book again to find out what really happened. :D

She's Hot

2008-02-22T13:29:00.000+08:00

If I were a guy, I will be one of the guys fantasizing her.

She's hot.

If she doesn't have that ugly tattoo on her arm, she's more than perfect!

Hot hot hot!

Copied from Gi, who copied from Tiff :)

2008-02-22T12:03:00.000+08:00

1. Where is your cell phone?
= Home :(

2. Your boyfriend/girlfriend/crush?
= Steve

3. Your hair?
= Short

4. Your mother?
= Stylish

5 . Your father?
= Bear

6. Your favorite thing?
= Bag

7. Your dream last night?
= Jumbled

8. Your favorite drink?
= Tea Tarik

9. Your dream car?
= CLS

10. Say something about life?
= Unpredictable

11. Your ex?
= Ex

12. Your fear?
= Crime

13.Where do you want to be in 10 years?
= Chic Mom (impossible to use just 1 word)

14. Who did you hang out with last night?
= F.I.L.

15. What you're not good at?
= Commuting

16. Muffins?
= Blueberry

17. When you DIE, u'd rather be CREMATED or BURIED?
= Cremated

18. Where you grew up?
= Manila

19. Last place you've been to?
= Hotel

20. What are you wearing?
= Casual

21 . Where are you?
= Vietnam

22. Your pet/s?
= None

23. Your computer?
= Mac

24. Your life.
= Happy

25. Your mood?
= Bored

26. Missing?
= Baby

27. What/Who are you thinking about right now?
= Iced Coffee

28. Your car?
= X-Trail (thanks to dad)

29. Your work?
= C.O.O.

30. Your summer?
= No plans

31.Your favorite color?
= Black

32. When was the last time you laughed?
= Earlier

33. Last time you cried?
= Monday

34. School?
= DLSU

Richard Prince for Louis Vuitton

2008-02-12T11:01:00.001+08:00

Richard Prince is an American Painter and Photographer...he collaborated with the House of Monogram, Louis Vuitton for its Spring 08 Collection (if I'm not mistaken).

There are some tacky pieces in this collection but they are admittedly unique and attractive...they are spiced-up Multicolores.

Here are some of the bags that I may want to get, IF I have the moolah, that is:
1st - Monogram Cabas Tote Bag, $2K+
2nd - Toxic Vernis Pochette, $1.6K+
3rd - Hand Painted Cartoon Series (no clue what this is called)

2nd bag may not be an option since Vernis are so tough to maintain.

3rd bag most likely because it may be the cheapest...but looks can be deceiving.

1st bag if I have the moolah to spare.

Or maybe just save up for an H Birkin?

*sigh* why do they have to keep on producing new bags.

*sigh sigh* why do they keep on increasing the prices of the bags?

*sigh sigh sigh* how will I get enough moolah to fund for my weaknesses?

Saint of Bags, please save me.

Richard Prince for Louis Vuitton

2008-02-12T11:01:00.000+08:00

101 Questions

2008-02-10T09:13:00.000+08:00

Copied this from Marissa.

I'm not really bored right now, probably should save this for the future...hehe.

Anyway, here are 101 Questions about me:

:::Body:::

101. My name is: Sharleen Tecson-Tsao

100. I was born in: Manila

99. I am really: a sleepyhead and a sucker for sweets.

98. My cell phone company is: Globe and Sun

97. My eye color is: Brown

96. My shoe size is: 8.5

95. My ring size is: either 4.5 or 5

94. My height is: 5'8"

93. I am allergic to: nuts, shellfish, aspirin.

92. I was born on: September 10

91. I am annoyed by: arrogant wanna-be's.

90. Last book you read: Danielle Steel's Sisters. Reading Celebutantes now.

89. My bed is: where I can stay put for hours without doing anything.

88: One thing you hate about yourself: that I'm a sleepyhead?

87. My favorite Holiday is: Christmas.

86. The perfect kiss: will make you ask for more.

85. The last three CD’s I bought were: Errr...I just download from Limewire.

84. Are you living at home: Yes.

83. Do you have any siblings: Yes, I have 3 younger brothers.

82. Are your parents divorced: No.

81. What did you do yesterday: Spent the earlier part of the day at home, went to work for couple of hours to just check on things, had dinner at People's Palace and watched Darjeeling Limited.

:::I Believe In:::

80. Love at first sight: Yes

79. Luck: Yes

78. Fate: Yes

77. Yourself: Yes

76. Aliens: Ummm Smallville? haha

75. Heaven: Yes, good stuffs

74. Hell: Yes, evil stiffs

73. Ghosts: Errr...next question please

72. Horoscopes: I read them.

71. Soulmates: YEs

:::Which is Better:::

70. Hugs or Kisses: I love both.

69. Drunk or High: Never been high...so I guess I'd go with drunk.

68. Phone or Online: Online...I won't survive a day without going online. But I guess phone still is the best way to talk to someone.

67. Red heads or Black haired: If you're super fair skinned, then red.

66. Blondes or Brunettes: Brunettes please.

65. Hot or cold: Cold. Iced cold drink. Cold desserts.

64. Summer or winter: Winter, bring out the coats, boots, scarves.

63. Fall or Spring: We don't have it here but I'd go with fall?

62. Chocolate or vanilla: Vanilla.

61. Night or Day: Night...never was and never will be a morning person.

60. Oranges or Apples: Apples

59. Curly or Straight hair: Straight.

:::Here’s What I Think About:::

58. Abortion: Not an option.

57. Backstabbers: will always be backstabbers.

:::Last time I:::

56. Had food? Just half an hour ago.

55. Saw someone I haven’t seen in awhile: was last month. Saw my friend again after 6 years. It was awesome feeling.

54. Cried in front of someone: Umm watching movie included? Then sometime last week.

53. Who is the ditziest person you know: one I used to talk to for business. He's probably the DUH-est person I've dealt wth in the last few months.

52. Who makes you laugh the most: I'm a shallow person. haha! see? hahaha!

51. The last movie I saw: Darjeeling Limited.

50. What I don’t understand is: why can't GMA just permanently shut the mouths of the opposition and Lozada and those mother fuckers. They're all the same.

49. Something I always really miss when I leave home is: our bed.

48. The thing that I’m looking forward to the most: is having a baby or babies.

47. The thing that I’m not looking forward to is: waking up earlier than 930am.

46. Tomorrow: I will finalize my slides for my OCE.

45. Today: is my lazy day, so I won't do anything productive but stay in bed...and tsong baby?? :-D

44. Next Summer: I don't know, seems pretty far off from now.

43. Next Weekend: is Meme and Con's Inara's Birthday!

42. People call me: Shar, Shar Shar, Tekky, Achie

41. The person who knows the most about me is: Shai

40. The most difficult thing to do is: wake up early.

39. I have gotten a speeding ticket: No.

38. My zodiac sign is: Virgo

37. The first person i talked to today was: Mom to tell me to come over for lunch.

36. First time you had a crush: Hmmm Grade 4 or 5?

35. The one person who i can’t hide things from: would be myself?

34. Last time someone said something you were thinking: Steve, from movie comments to food comments.

33. Right now I am talking to: no one.

32. What is your dream job: to become a merchandiser of any 1 of the following: Harvey Nichols, Neiman Marcus, Lane Crawford, Bloomingdales, Harrod's. You get my point. Or to be a personal shopper or some billionaire heiress. :D

31. First real job: is my 1st job...at PAGCOR.

30. I have/will get a job: as a money spender. :D

29. I have these pets: No more pets.

28. I wish: to own at least 1 Hermes Birkin this year. A solid 3 carat and up diamond ring.

27. The worst sound in the world: nails scratching a blackboard. EEEEKKKK.

26. The person that makes me cry the most is? hmmm movies that always make me cry... Armageddon and Selena.

25. Best sound in the world: baby's laughter.

24. Person[s] that makes you happy: everyone around me.

23. Florida or Hawaii: Hmmm I think I enjoyed Florida more than I did Hawaii.

22. My favorite piece of clothing: right now would be flowy tops...hides the damn bulges.

21. Last time I cried: last week, movie.

20. My friends are: precious to me.

19. My computer is: one of the gadgets I can't live without.

18: The school I go to: La Salle Professional Schools...almost done with my MBA! Will know this coming Saturday if I graduate or not. Wish me luck!

17. Last person I got mad at: Steve. Petty stuffs.

16. The all-time best movie is: Pretty Woman.

15. The all-time best feeling in the world is: being loved and in love.

14. I lose all respect for people who: hypocrites.

13. The movie I cried at was: recently? I can't remember, it was something I watched last week.

12. TV channels you watch: HBO, Star, AXN, ETC, 2nd Avenue, Velvet.

11. Favorite web site: Multiply, blog sites and shopping sites.

10. I like/love: traveling.

9. The worst pain I was ever in was: when I had a Hysterogram...f**king most painful thing I've ever experienced. Ultrasound feels like pleasure compared to this.

8. My favorite word is: pucha?

7. My room is: getting more and more cluttered.

6. My favorite celebrity is: Gerard Butler.

5. My weakness is: sweets and bags and shoes.

4. What I like about the opposite sex is: what they can do to us?

3. Who broke your heart: so over it...in fact, probably wasn't really heart broken.

2. One thing that makes you feel great is: nice and unexpected compliments.

1. One person that you wish you could see right now: I'll keep this answer to myself. :D

Adora

2008-02-09T21:10:00.000+08:00

Adora's located at Greenbelt 5.

This place is like Lane Crawford, except the stuffs inside are very affordable.

Tyler owns Adora...so of course, the only local brand that you will see inside is Tyler. They carry brands from Thailand, Turkey, Spain, and probably couple of more places.

They have Pedro Garcia shoes and Stella Luna (there were pretty and sexy designs I saw earlier).

I scored two Lyn flats. :)

This store has three floors, 1st is their cafe/restaurant, 2nd is the men's section, home, jewelry, watches and flower shop, 3rd is the women's section.

Steve loved the shirts they're selling, good enough for everyday wear, finally, he won't have to just wear Zara. :)

And it doesn't hurt that the place is well designed.

Can't wait to go back there.

Hollywood Fever

2008-01-31T08:39:00.000+08:00

I just "clock-ed in" at work. I'm bored.

What's with the baby boom in Hollywood? Everyone seems to be getting sperminated these days. Should I head to CA and get the baby bug as well? :)

J.Lo probably popped already. Halle Berry sure looks like she's about to pop. Nicole Kidman, Gwen, Angelina Jolie, Jessica Alba are all expecting. Oh and Jamie Lynn too. Hehe. Probably missed quite a few more. Thank God Britney's not pregnant!

Speaking of Britney, her life story is totally sad. But who can blame her, with all those paparazzis trailing her everywhere, any sane person will get bonkers. I just hope that someone knocks some sense into her before she ends up like Anna Nicole Smith.

If this post doesn't scream bored, I don't know what would.

Give me my weekly episodes back! Ugly Betty, Gossip Girl, Cashmere Mafia, Desperate Housewives, Heroes and 24 are all affected by the strike. :( Give in to the writers' demands already.

Nasty

2008-01-31T08:22:00.000+08:00

This is insanely nasty! No excuse will ever be acceptable why she didn't wax. Ewww.

*checks my underarm* LOL!

Wow!

2008-01-27T11:11:00.000+08:00

How the hell did she do it?

It has only been two weeks since she gave birth but dang, she's looking hot and vampy already!

Did she get pregnant the natural way? Seems like the baby was just scientifically placed inside her then plucked out of her.

Lucky biatch! I love her! She's hot even when she's pregnant.

Photo from perezhilton.com

Heath Ledger Found Dead

2008-01-23T05:09:00.000+08:00

This is sad news. I'm not really a fan, but it's still sad news. He's got so much going for him.

MacBook Air

2008-01-15T23:54:00.000+08:00

I WANT this!

I NEED this!

I LOVE this!

It's less than a pound, it fits inside an envelope. It has built-in WiFi. 80G HDisk. 2G of RAM. Intel Core Duo. 13" screen.

Downside, it doesn't have a CD/DVD drive. But you can get the external disk drive for $99.

This baby cost $1799 and comes out in TWO WEEKS time!

I WANT!!

Steve? :-D

30

2008-01-15T22:23:00.000+08:00

1. Today is:
* January 16, 2008

2. I should be:
* Sleeping, it's past 3am already!

3. The last text message I received was from:
* our store manager

4. And it said:
* gud am po, 1st shift sales .., 2nd shift sales..

5. I am currently pissed off because:
* I feel (am) sleepy but I can't sleep!

6. My cellphone rings and the song that's playing is:
* Makes Me Wonder - Maroon 5

7. I would love to see:
* the Balenciaga boutique in HKG!

8. If I could change my last name, it would be:
* Winfrey and get adopted by her legally!

9. After work/class, I love to:
* Go home and just do whatever with Steve

10 . My favorite subject is:
* Err...so far my MBA classes are much better than college classes.

11. I liked yesterday because:
* I didn't like yesterday, I was sick.

12. I'm sad today because...
* I got my monthly :(

13. My favorite song right now would have to be:
* Can't think of a song right now.

14. I sometimes forget:
* To take my vitamins (lame).

15. I currently have a crush on:
* Rufus (I'm a Gossip Girl addict!)

16. My favorite number/s would have to be:
* 8, 10, 14 ♥

17. When I'm in a bad mood, it's better to just:
* Surf online and not talk to anyone.

18. I dont like friends:
* who are inggit.

19. I'm interested in:
* Getting a B bag.

20. If I were to get stuck in an elevator with someone, it would have to be:
* Rufus or maybe Lil Bow Wow (he's so cute on Ugly Betty).

21. I'd really like to improve my grades on:
* nyahaha, I'm done with my MBA and got a 4 on my STRAMA! I need to pass my OCE though...so there, a pass grade for my OCE.

22 . The last thing that wasn't food that I bought with my own money is:
* Shoes :)

23. The name of the street where I live is:
* Lopez Jaena.

24. I have never ridden:
* the MRT/LRT here.

25. If I won the lottery, the first thing I would do is:
* Donate. Then splurge. Then save.

26. One bad habit of mine is:
* I'm an impulsive buyer. Oh, I pick on my fingers.

27. I go out to:
* Relax.

28. I am very attached to:
* My laptop.

29. One friend who is not from my college is:
* Viv

30. I am currently stressed because:
* I can't sleep and still not sleepy after this one! God help me.

iSquint

2008-01-13T07:37:00.000+08:00

After years of owning an iPod video, I've finally figured out how to transfer and play video on it. Duh! :)

I tried several applications from iPod Video Converter, Handbrake and finally iSquint.

The first one only lets you convert 5-minute worth of video. Handbrake only supports certain video files, particularly DVDs. iSquint on the other hand supports AVI and is for free.

I now have Gossip Girl and Ugly Betty on my iPod! :D

Because I'm so happy and excited that I can play videos on my iPod, I'm downloading Desperate Housewives Season 4 as well, haha. I've never watched more than 3 episodes of DH, just never gotten into it.

I have 3 iPods already, but now that I can play videos on it, I want iTouch. Hrrmmm.

STRAuMA-RAMA

2008-01-13T07:32:00.000+08:00

Thanks to Ceej for the term. :-p

I'm so so happy I got my STRAMA paper already and I super passed it! The sleepless night is super worth it. I can't believe when I saw my grade, I love eeet! haha.

I had lots of help from Steve and their CFO (damn Cash Flow and formula and links), Joe (who talked to me and walked me thru the Cash Flow until 3am), Marj, Jeff and Daddy D for the extensive research done on the industry.

Now I just have to pass my Oral Comprehensive Exam and get my degree. Yey.

Mamou - Steak Haven

2008-01-09T17:42:00.000+08:00

After numerous attempts of trying to get a table at Mamou's, we finally did tonight.

JCG told Steve that steak here is good, so steak lovers that we are, this is a super good news.

The place is booked every night is an understatement, in fact, they have two seatings (turnovers) every night.

Anyway, the menu is pretty simple, nothing too fancy really.

We decided to just share a 28-ounce Angus Beef Prime Rib (it actually is not as big as it sounds). And it's super worth the wait!!!

The Palm Spring Rolls is so so. The Dark Chocolate Sans Rival is not bad.

KKK

2008-01-06T10:28:00.000+08:00

One year after its release, I've finally watched Kasal Kasali Kasalo. :)

Now I just have to wait for the DVD release of SSS. :)

Are there any juicy stuffs in the showbiz world? Hopefully there are some interesting stuffs on The Buzz later! :D

Year End Survey - Copied from Neva

2007-12-31T15:41:00.000+08:00

For those of you who are at home as well...here's something to keep you busy. :)

Happy 2008 guys! May 2008 bring us all so much more blessings!

1. What did you do in 2007 that you'd never done before?

Went to my O.B.

2. Did you keep your new years' resolutions, and will you make more for next year?

I didn't have NY's resolutions last year, I have sort of a list for 2008, it's posted.

3. Did anyone close to you give birth?

Ave. and My aunt.

4. Did anyone close to you die?

Knock on wood x3, thank God none.

5. What counties did you visit?

US, HKG (3), China (2), BKK (2), Singapore and Vietnam. I was lucky this year, travelled a lot. :)

6. What would you like to have in 2008 that you lacked in 2007?

A baby :)

7. What date from 2007 will remain etched upon your memory, and why?

Hmm, November 14th? Our 1st year anniv.

8. What was your biggest achievement of the year?

Resigned from PAGCOR. Submitted my STRAMA paper.

9. What was your biggest failure?

Can't think of any.

10. Did you suffer illness or injury?

Miraculously, not so much...much improvement from when I was still with PAGCOR. LOL.

11. What was the best thing you bought?

Watch and jewelry and bags and shoes.

12. Whose behavior merited celebration?

Umm none. Ata?

13. Whose behaviour made you appalled and depressed?

People who are so plastic and two-faced biatches.

14. Where did most of your money go?

Bags, jewelry, watch, shoes and clothes.

15. What did you get really, really, really excited about?

The unplanned trips we had this year. And my purchases.

16. What song will always remind you of 2007?

Umbrella also :D

17. Compared to this time last year, are you:

i. happier or sadder? Happier.

ii. thinner or fatter? Fatter! Blech.

iii. richer or poorer? Richer. Sana nga.

18. What do you wish you'd done more of?

Spend more time with mom? Although I see her everyday but we don't do girly stuffs together anymore.

19. What do you wish you'd done less of?

Spent money.

20. How did you spend Christmas?

with family from both sides. Ate a lot.

21. Did you fall in love in 2007?

Always in love, yeehaaw!

22. How many one-night stands?

Erm...faithful loving wife.

23. What was your favourite TV program?

Ugly Betty and Gossip Girl and Heroes.

24. Do you hate anyone now that you didn't hate this time last year?

Umm, yes, you can say that.

25. What was the best book you read?

Read a lot this year.

26. What was your greatest musical discovery?

Lounge/Chill Out music. Estudio del Mar.

27. What did you want and get?

Bags.

28. What did you want and not get?

Hermes Birkin. There's always 2008. :D

29. Favorite film of this year?

Gotta be Transformers.

30. What did you do on your birthday, and how old were you?

Dinner with CASTASS and JDASTS. 27.

31. What one thing would have made your year immeasurably more satisfying?

If I got pregnant.

32. How would you describe your personal fashion concept in 2007?

Skinny jeans, ballet flats, roomy tops, shorts.

33. What kept you sane?

Loved ones around me. Internet connection. Movies.

34. Which celebrity/public figure did you fancy the most?

Umm parang wala akong maisip.

35. What political issue stirred you the most?

Continuous war in the middle east.

36. Who did you miss?

Friends who I didn't get to talk to as much.

37. Who was the best new person you met?

Not new person, but new closer relationships.

38. Tell us a valuable life lesson you learned in 2007.

Everything shall be given to you at the right time, right place. Just keep praying.

Happy 2008 guys!

Copied from Tiff who copied from Gi :)

2007-12-29T11:13:00.000+08:00

Name: Sharleen Vincent Tecson - Tsao
Nickname: Shar, Shar Shar, Tekky
Age: 27
Year: 2007

*****PLACES:
1) PLACE YOU HUNG OUT THE MOST IN THIS YEAR:
- Powerplant. Shang Mall.

2) FAVORITE NEW PLACE YOU DISCOVERED:
- BKK Airport :D

3) PLACES YOU WENT ON DATES:
- Movies and dinner at Rockwell. Vietnam, BKK, HKG, Singapore. Hopefully, more travels in 2008! :)

4) FAVORITE VACATION SPOT FOR THE YEAR:
- Hmmm HKG, food trip! US, shopping.

5) PLACES YOU MADE OUT IN (OR MORE) THIS YEAR: ?
- Err, our room?

*****PEOPLE:
1) PERSON/S WHO TAUGHT YOU ALOT THIS YEAR:
- Steve

2) AN OLD FRIEND YOU REDISCOVERED THIS YEAR:
- agree, Gi. :) our friendship now is more than what we had in high school :)

3) PERSON WHO TOLD YOU THE NICEST THING ABOUT YOURSELF:
- Steve who writes super nice stuffs. And something my evil boss said to my evil officemate.

4) PERSON WHO DID SOMETHING REALLY GREAT FOR YOU (AND WHAT):
- my parents, they always do great things for us.

5) PERSON YOU SPENT THE MOST TIME WITH THIS YEAR:
- Steve, haha. And my family...well, I work there now so I see them everyday.

6) PERSON YOU DID SOMETHING REALLY GREAT FOR (AND WHAT):
- Steve, for being super patient and understanding, hahahaha

7) SOMEONE YOU WISHED YOU TALKED TO THIS YEAR:
- hmmm

8) SOMEONE WHOM YOU STARTED A GREAT NEW FRIENDSHIP WITH:
- again, Gi :)

9) OLD ENEMY/S YOU MADE PEACE WITH THIS YEAR:
- None.

10) SOMEONE YOU LOST THIS YEAR:
- None.

11) PERSON/S YOU KISSED THIS YEAR:
- Steve

12) PERSON WHO MADE YOU LAUGH THE MOST:
- My siotis

13) PERSON WHO MADE YOU CRY:
- Umm Steve, books and movies.

14) PERSON YOU DISLIKED WHEN THE YEAR BEGAN BUT ENDED UP BECOMING GOOD FRIENDS WITH:
- None.

15) PERSON YOU CRUSHED ON THE ENTIRE YEAR:
- Ermm...wala.

16) SOMEONE YOU WISHED YOU APOLOGIZED TO:
- None.

17) PEOPLE YOU WENT OUT ON DATES WITH:
- Steve

18) FRIENDS YOU WENT OUT WITH ALOT:
- Shai and CASTAS

19) COOLEST PERSON YOU MET THIS YEAR:
- pwede bang most stupid? LOL

*****STUFF:
1) CLOTHING ITEM YOU WORE MOST THIS YEAR:
- jeans

2) NICEST PRESENT YOU GOT THIS YEAR:
- gifts to myself eh! :D oh, bags from Steve.

3) FAVORITE SONG FOR THE YEAR:
- hmm 4 in the Morning

4) COOLEST EVENT FOR THE YEAR:
- yeah, Vic and Gi's wedding

5) NEW HOBBY YOU PICKED UP THIS YEAR:
- ermm...selling? haha

6) BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR:
- hmm read so much this year.

7) BEST MOVIE:
- Transformers.

8) MOST SHOCKING NEWS HEADLINE OF THE YEAR:
- pregnant actresses

9) FAVORITE FOOD FOR THE YEAR:
- Steak and Ice cream!!

10) FAVORITE NEW ARTIST THAT CAME OUT THIS YEAR:
- Can't think of anyone, Akon nalang din.

*****LESSONS:
1) WISEST THING YOU DID THIS YEAR:
- Placed money n time deposit

2) STUPIDEST THING YOU DID THIS YEAR:
- Wala naman ata.

3) BIGGEST CHANGE IN YOUR LIFE THIS YEAR:
- Finally resigned from PAGCOR!!

4) BIGGEST CHALLENGE OF THE YEAR:
- Working for my parents...you know how parents are.

5) SOMETHING YOU LEARNED THE HARD WAY:
- It's not easy to get pregnant! LOL

6) GREATEST LESSON YOU LEARNED ABOUT:
A. LOVE
- Loving someone and sharing love with someone is the greatest thing.

B. LIFE
- You really don't know what's gonna happen tomorrow, so live life to its fullest, everyday.

7) BEST JOKE YOU'VE HEARD ALL YEAR:
- Em, not joke, but more like pintas about people. :D

8) BIGGEST DISAPPOINTMENT OF THE YEAR:
- Can't think of any.

9) BIGGEST BLESSING OF THE YEAR:
- My guakong, for being able to fight all the complications and sickness.

10) BIGGEST THING YOU DISCOVERED ABOUT THE WORLD:
- the rest of the world's improving, Philippines so far is still trying to get its act together.

11) BIGGEST THING YOU DISCOVERED ABOUT PEOPLE IN GENERAL:
- Be thankful if you have set of friends you can trust your life with.

*****AND LASTLY!!!
1) GOALS/DREAMS FOR THE NEW YEAR:
- Have a baby. Get my diploma. Better business. More bags. More shoes. More travels.

2) PREDICTIONS FOR THE NEXT YEAR ON:
A. LOVE -
it will just grow deeper.

B. CAREER –
finally did what i wanted to do for the last couple of years, resigned from PAGCOR. To make Kopi Roti bigger and more successful.

My Wish List and New Year's Resolution

2007-12-16T14:10:00.000+08:00

I can't think of anything that I want anymore...actually, I can't think of anything that I want to get for myself but still, if others will give something to me...

1. Balenciaga City Medium in Black (even if Steve finds it too "goth" for me). I want my everyday black bag.
2. Louis Vuitton Trevi or Tivoli.
3. Prada Sfumata Pumps.
4. Chanel Ballet Flats.
5. A nice Purpleish/Reddish dark polish.

Short and sweet. Although I don't think I'll get anything from my list, hahaha.

And no more self-gift for this year, I spent so much this year, I'll have to file for bankruptcy already.

As for my New Year's Resolution:
1. Use the Treadmill I gave to Steve as much as I can.
2. Cut down on my sweets.
3. Try and be at work earlier than my usual. (TRY)
4. Pass my Oral Comprehensive Exam and graduate.
5. Learn to cook better. (I think I cook pretty good already, hehe)
6. To be more generous to people around me.
7. To get preggers and have a baby. :)

Ok, gotta go now.

Steve, are you reading this? You see my wish list? :)

KOPI ROTI - The Columns, Now Open

2007-11-30T09:00:00.000+08:00

Kopi Roti has a new branch!

Makati peeps can now enjoy Kopi Roti's Singaporean treats at Tower 1, The Columns-Ayala, Ayala Avenue, Makati.

We're open from 6am to 12mn.

We also offer deliveries within the Makati Business District.

See you there!

Political Ranting

2007-11-29T17:51:00.000+08:00

Just when you think that Philippines is kinda shaping up (stronger Peso), we're back in the headlines again...as usual, because of a terrible incident in our country.

We only had two bombing accidents all within a month's time, and now this?

WTF is wrong with our politicians? Don't they have enough problems to solve that they have to make another problem? Are they not thinking that this is not just affecting GMA but the entire country as well? Mother fuckers!

Leave GMA alone, she's doing her job. Admit it, you are all corrupt, in fact, that's the only reason why you are in the politics! So what makes you better than her? After Marcos' reign, did we ever have a President who's done wonders to the country? None.

Anyway, it's just sad that our country's just getting worse and worse. Our fellow 3rd world are doing much better than us.

But...if ever I can get into the government, I want to be the Tourism Secretary.

I'll make sure that we get to finally use the new airport. Traveling made me realize how sad our airports are compared to the rest, and as Steve said, the airport is the first impression, the first image of the Philippines that the tourists will see.

I'm going to make sure that our airport and airport personnel are tourist-friendly. If they have to be corrupt, they can only do that to the locals.

I'll have super marketing and advertising campaigns in fellow Asian countries. What's up with the tourism ad, what kind of song is that? Can they not think of a catchy line like, "Malaysia truly Asiaaaa"? *singing*

We have so many extremely wonderful places, much better than our neighbouring countries have, but they are getting much more tourists than us. Isn't that sad?

Ok...I have no idea why I'm all of a sudden trying to be patriotic, I have a Strama paper due in a week's time and I still haven't completed my financials. Am I totally fucked or not?!

If I rant again in week's time for failing my Strama class, it simply means that I'm not fit to become the Tourism Secretary. LOL.

We are the Champs!!

2007-10-07T14:12:00.000+08:00

The come back of the come backs, hehe :)

La Salle truly is the Champ!!

Hail Hail Alma Matter...Hail Hail Hail!

Animo La Salle!!!!

Oohhh...LOVE

2007-10-06T10:36:00.000+08:00

Chanel Quilted Anklet!! Yummy!

I probably won't be able to wear this much, but I want one or two of these!! They're just so cute!!! And it won't hurt the bank account that much...well, shouldn't hurt that much.

Might be cute on the hand/arm as well.

I want.

Photos from chuvaness' and bryanboy's sites.

Animo La Salle!!!!

2007-09-30T13:34:00.000+08:00

This may not yet be the championship but this game matters the most!!!!

How I wish I was there, watching the game, live!!!!!!

Go La Salle, Go Go La Salle!!!!!!

Random Questions :)

2007-09-29T11:42:00.000+08:00

If you can change your name: my name's unique already, Sharleen Vincent

Chance to be a girl/boy your name wil be: Craig

3 things you have to do before you die: Have a baby. Go to Europe and Japan. Shop as if I have all the money in the world.

If you can partee with one celeb, who will it be: Paris

Whose wardrobe do you want to have: Victoria Beckham's!!!

5 Designer Bags to die for: Hermes, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Goyard, YSL

3 stylish people you wish to shop with: Victoria Beckham, Paris Hilton and Oprah (assuming she'll pay for my stuffs).

Your first cellphone unit: 2110!

LSS: None

Thinking right now: If I should get the Goyard Fidji or not.

1 thing you regret in life: None

Your fashion style: Chic (haha)

Fashion Style that must die: Low waist pants :-p

For love or money: I'm a hopeless romantic, so money. Joke! Love :)

Movie you watched for the nth time but stil rocks: My Best Friend's Wedding and Pretty Woman

Everyday style: Whatever my mood dictates. I can be all girly today, totally sporty tomorrow.

What's inside your bag: Wallet, alcohol, gum, cellphones, DS, iPod, keys, makeup pouch, checkbooks, notebook, camera, receipts, earphones. And I wonder why my bag is heavy!

Love to kiss right now: Steve...he's out of town.

Love to kill right now: Right at this moment, none.

Silly prayer you made when you were young: That my crush will like me back?

Dream car: Urm, Range Rover, Cayenne, CL anything.

Who will you be this Halloween 07: Err, not attending any halloween party.

Bora or Puerto: lBora!

Are you straight: Aye

You do before you sleep: Surf the net

Worst food: Yan Suy

Most fucked up moment of your life: Hmmm none...none that I can think of right now.

Are you happy: Yes.

Heroes Season 2

2007-09-28T10:13:00.000+08:00

Watched the 1st Episode last night, and looks like it's gonna be a better season!!

So many new seasons are out...Heroes, Prison Break, Ugly Betty, Smallville.

And, looking forward to 24! :)

Errr...?

2007-09-24T09:39:00.000+08:00

Don't get me wrong, I'm a proud La Sallian but this is really funny. Sad but funny. And this isn't the only boo-boo that day. Oh well.

No wonder ADMU's cheering "wrong spelling" during the last game.

Panalo!

Oohh...Valentino Braided Leather Bag...Oohhh

2007-08-28T15:12:00.000+08:00

Isn't this bag pretty???

I love this bag. But white's such a pain to maintain. But, this is absolutely divine.

$1695 at Bergdorf.

Photo taken from Purseblog.